Kate Oates

for When I Grow Up 2010

Salute Hat (birth to large adult)

"Salute is a brimmed hat for all ages," says Oates. "It's worked band first, then stitches for body and brim are picked up and knit. Practice or learn short-row shaping technique, and even try out some buttonholes. This classic design can be personalized in so many ways, including adding stripes to the brim as shown. Pictured in Adult Large and Toddler sizes (both green and striped hat versions)." Brimmed hats are madly popular now, and this one is rare in that it suits men and women and boys and girls-- and really stands out for its clean, polished look.